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Staying Safe in the Hot Weather

In this hot weather, please take care of yourself and others.

A heatwave can affect anyone, but the most vulnerable people are older people (especially those over 75) and young children. Please think about:

  • those who live on their own or in a care home
  • people who have a serious or long term illness – including heart or lung conditions, diabetes, kidney disease, Parkinson's disease or some mental health conditions
  • those who may find it hard to keep cool – babies and the very young, the bed bound, those with drug or alcohol addictions or with Alzheimer's disease
  • people who spend a lot of time outside or in hot places – those who live in a top floor flat, the homeless or those whose jobs are outside

The main risks posed by a heatwave are:

  • not drinking enough water (dehydration)
  • overheating, which can make symptoms worse for people who already have problems with their heart or breathing
  • heat exhaustion and heatstroke
  • sunburn
 

Let’s check in on friends, family and neighbours during the heat - small actions can make a big difference.

 

Find more advice on staying safe in the hot weather here: